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August in Plataniás averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. With only 5.3 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall expected on average, it's a largely dry month.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Plataniás.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Plataniás typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Plataniás spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Plataniás between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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